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JBL Bar 5.1 - Soundbar with Built-in Virtual Surround, 4K and 10" Wireless Subwoofer (JBL2GBAR51IMBLKAM), Black
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Brand | JBL |
Model Name | JBL Bar 5.1 |
Speaker Type | Soundbar |
Connectivity Technology | wired, wireless |
Special Feature | Bass Boost, Subwoofer, Multi Room Audio |
About this item
- An impressive 550w of total system power
- 10"" wireless subwoofer delivers deep, thrilling sound
- Built-in chromecast, airplay2 and bluetooth
- Jbl surround sound brings an immersive virtual 5.1 sound experience for your tv without any extra wires or speakers
- 4k pass-through with hdr 10 and dolby vision provides the best resolution
- Now with alexa multi-room audio
- Connector type: HDMI
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5.1 | Number of Channels | 5.1 (Wireless Rears) |
550W | Total Power | 510W |
10" Wireless | Powered Subwoofer | 10" Wireless |
Removable Rears | | |
| 4K Connectivity | |
1 | # of HDMI Inputs | 3 |
| Bluetooth | |
5.1 | Number of Channels | 2.1 |
550W | Total Power | 300W |
10" Wireless | Powered Subwoofer | 6.5" Wireless |
Removable Rears | ||
| 4K Connectivity | |
1 | # of HDMI Inputs | 1 |
| Bluetooth | |
5.1 | Number of Channels | 2.0 |
550W | Total Power | 80W |
10" Wireless | Powered Subwoofer | NA |
Removable Rears | ||
| 4K Connectivity | |
1 | # of HDMI Inputs | 1 |
| Bluetooth | |
JBL BAR5.1 Surround
What's New?
New Design Fits in with Any Decor / WiFi Connectivity for Wireless Streaming of Your Favorite Content / JBL Beamforming Technology delivers Surround Sound Without the Wires/ Now with Alexa Multi-Room Audio
JBL BAR5.1 Surround
Brings all your entertainment to life
A sleek 5.1 channel soundbar with panoramic sound that features 550W of power and a 10" wireless subwoofer for ground-shaking bass. The built-in WiFi allows seamlessly integration with Chromecast and Airplay 2 to stream your favorite content. JBL proprietary beamforming technology delivers room filing cinematic sound, and the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround is also compatible with your 4K ultra high definition video
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Sound quality | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Value for money | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.0 |
Remote Control | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.3 | — | 4.2 | 3.6 |
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.0 | — | — | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Electronics Expo (Authorized Dealer) | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
speaker size | 10 inches | 10 inches | 6.5 inches | 10 inches | 5 inches | 12 inches |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | AC | AC | Information Not Available | AC |
connectivity tech | wired, wireless | wireless, wired | Wireless | Wireless | Bluetooth | wireless, wired |
speaker type | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar |
mounting type | Floor Standing | Bar Mount | Bar Mount | Tabletop Mount | Sound Bar,Tabletop | Bar Mount |
weight | 29.7 pounds | 13 pounds | 22 pounds | 37 pounds | 2.49 pounds | 59 pounds |
control method | voice | voice, remote | — | voice | remote | remote |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 15.04 x 43.5 x 19.21 inches |
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Item Weight | 29.7 pounds |
Manufacturer | JBL |
Language | English |
ASIN | B07WFXNWZM |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | JBL2GBAR51IMBLKAM |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #41,689 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #207 in Home Audio Sound Bars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 1, 2019 |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 550 Watts |
Item Weight | 29.7 Pounds |
Charging Time | 4 tablespoon(s) |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
JBL bar 5. 1 surround is a sleek 5. 1 Channel sound bar with panoramic sound. Featuring 550W of power and a 10" Wireless subwoofer for ground-shaking bass delivering an epic Movie viewing experience. Music streaming fans will also appreciate the built-in Wi-Fi that allows seamlessly integrated with Chromecast and airplay 2 to effortlessly work with Google Home and Home pod. This full-featured sound bar doesn’t stop there. In addition to JBL proprietary beamforming technology that delivers room filing cinematic sound, The JBL bar 5. 1 surround is also compatible with your 4K Ultra high definition video and conveniently allows for Blu-ray Disc player, gaming console and mobile device connections.
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Customers like the value, appearance and ease of setup of the speakers. For example, they mention it's a great value, looks good and is easy to set up. Some appreciate the sound quality. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, bluetooth connectivity, quality, and remote connectivity.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. For example, they say the bass is clean and punchy, the sound dispersion is good, and the virtual surround sound works well. The built-in subwoofer is also appreciated.
"...from the side firing tweeters pretty well, nevertheless, sound stage is pretty wide, and you won’t feel like listening to a 2.1 channel sound...." Read more
"...Built well and sound with that bass woofer is out of this world. Plus bluetooth is an amazing thing and don't have to fight with wires to install." Read more
"...Now, the bass is CLEARLY an upgrade - it's pretty clean and punchy for such a small package. Not the same as a big old dedicated sub, but nice!..." Read more
"...Just watching HD tv shows, I don’t hear much base though, but the sound is good. It’s a heavy duty model...." Read more
Customers find the speakers easy to setup. They mention the installation process is simple, and the pairing process is easy. They also mention that the system is convenient if you're using the arc feature.
"...Once I got it in, set up was simple. For all iOS users, download the “JBL Bar set up” app, to add the sound bar to Wi-Fi...." Read more
"...Installation:Quite simple! Plug in power, plug in the optical cable, and you're essentially set!..." Read more
"...Doesn’t even compare!Second, the ease of setup was incredible. Intuitive and ready to go out of the box...." Read more
"...The setup (calibration) was really easy, and I'm being blown away by the sound quality for a product in this price range...." Read more
Customers like the value of the speakers. They say it's the best value for the money, and the audio is great for the price.
"...Even with the added pan, total price is very good and lower than other gimmick sound bars… great job JBL, and thanks Andrew Robinson for an honest..." Read more
"...One day saw it for a really great price and man in my living room i cant get it past 20 volume cause its so loud...." Read more
"...Shortly before Black Friday I saw this a a reasonable price and did some research and decided to purchase...." Read more
"...Well... it kind of doesn't to be honest, but for the price its pretty freaking good!Pros:-..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the speakers. They mention that it looks good, fits well, and functions well. They also appreciate the sound quality and design of the product. Some mention that the slim look just goes great on their entertainment center. The wireless bass and the simple design of a sound bar was the selling point for them. Overall, most are happy with the sound and the look of the speaker set.
"...It’s nice and loud, sound stage is wide, and everything is perfectly pre tuned from factory...." Read more
"...Look:Looks nice! Very clean/modern. LCD display is inobtrusive yet functional...." Read more
"I like the sound and the look but I am very concerned that it runs very hot in a large basement room that is at 72 degrees f. As the pic shows this..." Read more
"...It's sleek, has great display settings, and will impress...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the speakers. Some mention that it has excellent quality, while others say that it cuts in and out constantly. The audio constantly hiccups and cuts out for a few seconds at a time before coming back. The subwoofer seems to cut in and the audio gets really spotty when connected to phone or Bluetooth.
"...I could only imagine how high and better this thing can go. Built well and sound with that bass woofer is out of this world...." Read more
"...Now, the bass is CLEARLY an upgrade - it's pretty clean and punchy for such a small package. Not the same as a big old dedicated sub, but nice!..." Read more
"...However on the typical tv watching volume the subwoofer seems to cut in and out...." Read more
"...It’s a heavy duty model...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the speakers. Some mention that it performs amazingly for Blu-ray viewing, gaming, and most everything else, while others say that it stopped working, the app for the sound bar does not work as it should, and constantly turns itself off.
"...I also like the streamlined remote.Bluetooth:Works great! This was a nice feature that my old system did not have...." Read more
"...Make sure your EArc port is on in your tv settings. Night mode does not work well. No modes like movie game or cinema" Read more
"...It does work well and paired with the TV remote without me doing anything. I have an Amazon TV." Read more
"...Only 2 issues…One is that it sometimes would just shut off while watching tv...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the remote connectivity of the speakers. Some mention that the remote isn't bad, and hooking it up was pretty easy. They say it's compatible with the TV remote, and works well. However, others say that it wasn't working well, and the remote-sensor is really weak. They also mention that it doesn't control the channels individually.
"...I would have given this soundbar 5 stars, however the remote has never worked. I tried new batteries and it still didn’t work...." Read more
"...You can also adjust the bass level, and there is an ATMOS button that gives an even broader soundstage—works okay for loud movies..." Read more
"...I had the older gen sonos playbar and sub. The playbar stopped working, which turned the sub into a $700 paperweight...." Read more
"...It does work well and paired with the TV remote without me doing anything. I have an Amazon TV." Read more
Customers are mixed about the bluetooth connectivity of the speakers. Some mention that it seamlessly connects wirelessly to the barCons, while others say that it frequently fails to work with Alexa and Bluetooth. Some say that the subwoofer connects to wifi and can auto update itself, while other say that they had trouble connecting to the TV wirelessly via Bluetooth.
"...Plus bluetooth is an amazing thing and don't have to fight with wires to install." Read more
"...My one complaint is how it works with Alexa MRM. It has 2 major flaws with this feature...." Read more
"Was easy to connect to my tv using an optical connection. Was easy to find the owners manual on their website...." Read more
"...No issues connecting. WiFi works great. Hasn’t disconnected. The soundbar itself produces clear, crisp sound." Read more
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I got this on prime early access deal (2nd prime day) for $288, and it was a no brainer at this price! Without prime sale, it’s usually around 299-349, still a great price.
Now let’s talk sound quality:
I watched Andrew Robinson’s review about this sound bar (please watch it, it’s the only good technical review available from a proven audiophile YouTuber). He praised it well and recommended it and called it the budget sound bar king, even better than the klipsch 600.
I was waiting for prime day sale to buy it…
Once I got it in, set up was simple. For all iOS users, download the “JBL Bar set up” app, to add the sound bar to Wi-Fi. It’s very simple that way!
Subwoofer was pre paired (it should be from factory, don’t know why some people are saying it was not paired!! But it’s easy to pair).
Connected the tv input (Sony x900f for me) and it was up and running.
Next make sure to do the calibration, it steps up the sound quality considerably. I made sure “smart mode” was “on”, this mode applies JBL sound processing and smartly and effectively turns any stereo input to 5.1
I was surprised! The smart mode actually sounds very good, it widens the sound stage, and you actually feel the surround sound effect. For my room, I actually get the bouncing effect from the side firing tweeters pretty well, nevertheless, sound stage is pretty wide, and you won’t feel like listening to a 2.1 channel sound.
Bass was adequate, I tried between 3 and 4, ended up at 3 since it’s pretty balanced there.
The sound bar has 5 front firing full range drivers, no tweeter pairs, but I was surprised: there was good and clear treble in the sound and midrange was also very manageable (clear). Dialogues are nice and clear and clearly seems like it comes from the center driver (mimicking the center channel), even at Smart mode ON.
People complain that there are no adjustment options, to be honest you don’t need any! Bass can be adjusted from 1-5, and that’s all you need. The eq settings are nicely tuned from factory and to be very honest, I don’t feel like I have to make any changes.
I do own a full Sonos Arc set up (5.2.2) and feel like this JBL bar is pretty good at what it does: providing simple 5.1 sound at a reasonable price without offering gimmick features.
I also heard people complaining about longevity, so I also got the 3 year plan from Amazon for $33, totally worth it! Peace of mind. Recommend everyone getting it cause you never know when electronics fail. $33 is a bargain.
I ordered the soundbar 600 before, returned it cause it clearly sounded a 2.1 sound bar even with surround option “on” and loudness was not adequate. This JBL, which is cheaper, sounds day and night better and I love it! It’s nice and loud, sound stage is wide, and everything is perfectly pre tuned from factory.
To sum up, don’t read the negatives, no one can guarantee you anything when it comes to electronics. The sound bar is actually very good, and you won’t be disappointed. But do recommend the 3 year plan ($33), for peace of mind. Even with the added pan, total price is very good and lower than other gimmick sound bars… great job JBL, and thanks Andrew Robinson for an honest video! Check his review out, you will get the real picture…
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2024
So far, I'm fairly impressed with this bar, though the sound quality has been slightly underwhelming (more on that later.)
Installation:
Quite simple! Plug in power, plug in the optical cable, and you're essentially set! If you want to get fancy, there is more to do, and the manual is okay at guiding you through it. I will mention here that controlling the tone (equalizer) settings seems tough? You have to install an app, I think(?) unless I'm just not seeing the way to do it onboard? I got it to work through the Alexa app (after a few tries) and it works okay (just simple bass/treble/mid).
Look:
Looks nice! Very clean/modern. LCD display is inobtrusive yet functional. I guess I would have appreciated a wider LCD screen, so there was less scrolling with longer messages. I also like the streamlined remote.
Bluetooth:
Works great! This was a nice feature that my old system did not have. I can connect my phone directly to the speaker with ease.
Sound: This is where I was a little surprised. I always liked the audio of my old mini system, but I still expected this to be an upgrade; it was in some ways, maybe not in others. Now, the bass is CLEARLY an upgrade - it's pretty clean and punchy for such a small package. Not the same as a big old dedicated sub, but nice! On the other hand... the mids/highs seem a little muted/muddy, IMHO. I realize that the Daytons are great speakers, but still, I thought a soundbar of this price would be on par with these cheap bookshelf speakers and a 25-year-old mini receiver... not necessarily. Maybe I just need to tweak it more - I can update if I find the sweet spot that brings up the quality. All this said, the sound certainly isn't bad, just not quite as crisp/clear as I'd like. If you're upgrading from just the TV's built-in audio, you'll be VERY impressed, I'm SURE of that!
Overall, this is a solid sound bar and certainly a nice upgrade from your TV's built-in sound, especially for bass-heavy movies and the like. However... if you're a tinkerer/Craigslist-pro, and don't mind a much more cluttered footprint with way more wiring, you might be able to get even better results (besides the bass) with an old, high-quality mini-receiver and a set of Dayton B652s, for maybe 1/3 the price. But that's not for everybody!
Recommended, with some slight reservations!
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Reviewed in Mexico on December 12, 2023
The sound quality produced by this soundbar is simply outstanding. The clarity and crispness of the audio immerse you in a cinematic experience right in the comfort of your own home. The highs and mids are crystal clear, but the real star of the show is the subwoofer. It packs a punch with its deep, rumbling bass that adds a whole new dimension to your favorite movies, music, and games.
Setting up the soundbar was a breeze, and the wireless subwoofer adds convenience by eliminating the need for extra cables. The wireless connection is reliable and seamless, ensuring that you can place the subwoofer anywhere in the room to achieve the optimal bass effect.
The JBL Bar 5.1 Surround also offers true surround sound, thanks to its 5.1 channel configuration. The rear speakers provide an immersive audio experience, making you feel like you're right in the middle of the action. It's perfect for movie nights or gaming sessions, where you want to feel fully immersed in the audio.
One feature that truly impressed me is the ease of control. The soundbar comes with a handy remote that allows you to adjust the settings, including the bass level, to suit your preferences. You can fine-tune the boom boom bass to your liking, whether you want it to be thunderous or more subtle.
In conclusion, if you're looking for a soundbar that delivers mind-blowing audio with a lot of boom boom bass, the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround is an absolute winner. Its exceptional sound quality, wireless subwoofer, and true surround sound capabilities make it a must-have for any audio enthusiast. Get ready to be blown away by the immersive experience this soundbar provides!
Disclosure: I received no incentive or compensation for writing this review. I purchased the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround at full price and genuinely wanted to share my positive experience with other customers.
Reviewed in Mexico on February 7, 2024